konstelasyon
/konstelasˈjon/
The English word constellation is konstelasyon in Tagalog. Wiktionary also lists talanyo.
Meaning: arbitrary formation of stars perceived as a figure or pattern, or a division of the sky including it (noun)
Ways to say it
| Tagalog | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| konstelasyon | /konstelasˈjon/ (Standard Tagalog) /konstelasˈjon/ |
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| talanyo | /ˌtalanˈjoʔ/ (Standard Tagalog) /ˌtalanˈjoʔ/ |
neologism |
A constellation is an arbitrary formation of stars perceived as a figure or pattern, or a division of the sky including it.
Which one should you use?
While konstelasyon is the standard term, talanyo is a modern neologism and is much less common.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
konstelasyon is the formal/common standard term used in most contexts, including science and astronomy. talanyo is a neologism.
How do you pronounce it?
/konstelasˈjon/
Did you know?
- In traditional Filipino folklore, celestial patterns were often linked to agriculture and fishing cycles rather than the Greek myths associated with konstelasyon.
- The Spanish influence on konstelasyon reflects the long history of Catholic missions in the Philippines, which introduced Western astronomical terms.
- The word tala can also mean 'list' or 'record' in different contexts, showing how the concept of 'mapping' stars connects to data.
Examples in context
- Ang konstelasyon ng Orion ay madaling makita.The Orion constellation is easy to see.
- Maraming konstelasyon ang nasa langit ngayong gabi.There are many constellations in the sky tonight.
- Pinag-aaralan namin ang bawat konstelasyon sa paaralan.We study every constellation in school.
Example conversation
Mark and Angela are stargazing in the backyard.
- MarkAngela, tingnan mo ang konstelasyong iyan.Angela, look at that constellation.
- AngelaAlin doon, Mark?Which one, Mark?
- MarkIyong mukhang malaking kutsara.The one that looks like a big spoon.
- AngelaAh, nakikita ko na siya ngayon.Ah, I see it now.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “constellation” translations and entries konstelasyon, talanyo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries konstelasyon, talanyo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
